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'Communities' of strange, extreme life seen for first time in deep ocean

A Chinese-led research team captures pictures of life at depths of more than 9km in the northwest Pacific Ocean. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qy89Xoz

Russian strikes kill six and hit apartment block, Ukrainian officials say

A barrage of Russian drones and missiles have caused damage at more than two dozen locations across Kyiv. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EQ3jXKH

Warrior Itoje joins pantheon of Lions captains as McBride pays tribute

In leading his team to a series win in Australia, Lions captain Maro Itoje is congratulated by the legendary Willie John McBride. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DW7G8Tv

Suspect in Northern Ireland triple murder dies in hospital

Vanessa Whyte and her children, James and Sara Rutledge, died after a gun attack at their home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rbdhs8N

How Chloe Kelly changed the Euro 2025 final for England

BBC Sport pundits Steph Houghton, Ellen White and Nedum Onuoha analyse the impact Chloe Kelly made for England in the Euro 2025 final against Spain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ri3YN9Z

'We could hear the screams': Inside one of the UK's most abusive cults

Survivors share their stories in a new podcast about one of the UK's most abusive cults. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qT0A8ca

Mass Starvation Warnings in Gaza

Humanitarian groups urge Israel to allow aid access from BBC News https://ift.tt/9TOgKbG

What makes Lionesses' manager Sarina Wiegman so successful?

Sarina Wiegman will manage England in her fifth major tournament final - so what makes the Dutchwoman so successful? from BBC News https://ift.tt/AQIWnqV

What makes Wiegman so successful?

Sarina Wiegman will manage England in her fifth major tournament final - so what makes the Dutchwoman so successful? from BBC News https://ift.tt/AQIWnqV

'Captain Marvel' - Stokes reaches century as England stretch lead

Ben Stokes edges a four towards fine leg to bring up his 14th Test century as England move to 593-8 with a lead of 235 runs on the fourth day of the fourth Test against India at Old Trafford. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5NJEuh7

UK working to get aid dropped into Gaza, Starmer says

His comments come as he faces calls from 221 cross-party MPs for the UK to recognise a Palestinian state. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zj5Xku1

How Trump uses golf for political advantage

For some US presidents, golf was a break from work - but for Trump, visiting Scotland this weekend, it is anything but. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FmBPi6s

Newcastle consider Sesko amid Isak uncertainty

Newcastle are exploring a move for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko in case Alexander Isak departs this summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NdRsM6W

Isak not in Newcastle's pre-season Asia tour squad

Newcastle have not named striker Alexander Isak in their squad for their pre-season tour of Asia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E5fBPdc

Gang leaders among first to be hit by small boat sanctions

The government sanctions 25 suspected criminals and groups linked to people-smuggling. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L3d7WFM

Ex-Wales and Liverpool defender Jones dies aged 70

Tributes are paid as former Wales, Liverpool and Wrexham defender Joey Jones dies aged 70. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7GPAzxY

Brown-Finnis' Euros semi-finals predictions

Former England goalkeeper and BBC pundit Rachel Brown-Finnis gives her predictions for the two semi-final ties at the 2025 European Championship. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cls8iPK

Golden Boot winner to substitute - England's Mead on role 'shift'

England forward Beth Mead's role at Euro 2025 is a very different one to the one she enjoyed three years ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UGPqo8g

'The genius of modern boxing' - Usyk knocks out Dubois in rematch

Oleksandr Usyk further cements his place as one of boxing's greats by stopping Daniel Dubois in round five at Wembley Stadium to become a two-time undisputed heavyweight champion. from BBC News https://ift.tt/91hSZOl

England 'optimistic' Williamson will play in semi

England are "very optimistic" that Leah Williamson will play against Italy in their Euro 2025 semi-final, says fellow defender Esme Morgan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wu5aHX3

Thousands of Afghans won't be compensated by UK for data breach

The MoD says it will 'robustly defend' against large compensation claims from Afghans affected by the data breach, and won't proactively give payouts from BBC News https://ift.tt/F0iU7Ro

Terminally ill should be spared council tax, say charities

Manchester City Council became what is believed to be the first local authority to introduce the scheme last month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PiDcXtf

Scotland bounce back with seven-try win over Samoa

Gregor Townsend's Scotland score seven tries to comfortably see off Samoa in Auckland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EdtxkQ7

Dukes to examine 'soft' cricket balls - what is going on?

Balls used in the series between England and India will be examined by the manufacturer after the first three Tests were blighted by problems. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Lyn4Rmg

Usyk has so much 'respect for UK fans'

Oleksandr Usyk says the UK is like his "second home", before his rematch with Briton Daniel Dubois. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DtQucyL

I'm unstoppable - Dubois ready for Usyk

Daniel Dubois tells BBC Sport's Ade Adedoyin that he has "resurrected" his career and feels "unstoppable" going into his undisputed heavyweight world title fight against Oleksandr Usyk at Wembley Stadium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7zqltux

Could Horner end up at another F1 team?

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vB6WJUg

'I thought Trump was going to exit stage - but he wanted to stay'

Chelsea's Club World Cup celebrations in New Jersey were shared with an unexpected guest - US President Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Sk8Bavw

Evans and Djokovic make best men's shots of Wimbledon 2025

Watch the best shots of Wimbledon 2025 from the men's singles, featuring Great Britain's Dan Evans as well as seven-time champion Novak Djokovic and trick shot specialist Corentin Moutet. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S0p2F3M

EU and Mexico criticise Trump's proposed 30% tariff

The US president warned both trading partners would face additional tariffs if they retaliated. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eMdscKx

Wimbledon men's final: Absorbing Sinner-Alcaraz rivalry set for next chapter

Core talent, contrasting personalities and classic matches - Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz resume their rivalry in the Wimbledon final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J7EtBFj

'Champion Lowry recalls incredible scenes as Open returns to Portrush'

An Irishman ending the 68-year wait to crown an Open champion on the island of Ireland was a nigh-on perfect script in 2019, writes Iain Carter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XuShbFV

'They were just kids': Mother mourns sons killed in Israeli strike while waiting for aid

Two of Iman al-Nouri's five sons were killed outside a clinic in Deir al-Balah on Thursday, while a third was seriously wounded. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ou6jPe1

First electric flight lands at Gatwick Airport

The two-seater aircraft can be flown commercially and is approved for pilot training. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rhm9z06

The 'proper English' mantra & how it's lifting Lionesses

The Lionesses have adopted a new mantra: 'proper English'. Where has it come from and how is it helping them in their Euros title defence? from BBC News https://ift.tt/oQEaZLC

UK's oldest WW2 veteran Donald Rose dies aged 110

Donald Rose survived the D-Day landings and was awarded the French Legion of Honour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HCIjlx2

'Bumrah is unstoppable!' - Stokes, Root and Woakes dismissed in two overs

Jasprit Bumrah takes three wickets in seven balls, removing Ben Stokes, Joe Root and Chris Woakes as England fall from 260-4 to 271-7 in their first innings on day two of the third Test against India at Lord's. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7VAouyk

Bilbao's Alvarez fails drugs test for alopecia medicine

Athletic Bilbao defender Yeray Alvarez is provisionally suspended for "unintentional" use of banned substance used to treat alopecia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mJ9ftWd

England too strong for Wales? Brown-Finnis' Euros predictions - final group games

Former England goalkeeper and BBC pundit Rachel Brown-Finnis gives her predictions for the final round of group games at the 2025 European Championship. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Agijh68

Archer to play first Test in more than four years

Jofra Archer will play his first Test in more than four years after being named in the England team to face India at Lord's on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0sLCkQT

NDAs silencing workplace misconduct victims to be banned

The government plans to change the law to void confidentiality agreements that silence staff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AGasd65

'Computer says no!' - Cash on 'ridiculous' line-call controversy

Former Wimbledon champion Pat Cash says it is "ridiculous" that the chair umpire could not call the ball out when the automated line call system failed due to "human error" during Anastasia Pavlychenkova's win over Sonay Kartal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nFgQIG9

Lions must 'strip back' tactics after 'rubbish' against Waratahs - Ashton

The British and Irish Lions should "strip things back" and adopt a more simple style of play, says former winger Chris Ashton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VcU5uFS

England to bounce back? Brown-Finnis' Euro 2025 predictions - second group games

Former England goalkeeper and BBC pundit Rachel Brown-Finnis gives her predictions for the second round of group games at the 2025 European Championship. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nwp0rKx

Arsenal sign Zubimendi from Real Sociedad for £60m

Arsenal complete the signing of midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad in a deal worth almost £60m. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AKwhevk

Frustrated Lions toil in unimpressive win

The British and Irish Lions continue their winning run in Australia but make hard work of seeing off the Waratahs in Sydney. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iRBK15m

US debt is now $37trn – should we be worried?

President Trump's budget bill will add to the US debt pile but is there a limit to how much the rest of the world will lend Uncle Sam? from BBC News https://ift.tt/T7ojlUY

Australian PM vows 'full force of law' after arson attack at synagogue

“Antisemitism has no place in Australia,” Anthony Albanese said after the latest in a string of attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w6lT14k

I left an old bench out for the scrap man, then was told to pay £500 for fly-tipping

Anna Gilkinson is one of many who claim they are being unfairly accused of fly-tipping by a private enforcement firm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tazEXQS

Barca target Williams signs 10-year Bilbao deal

Spain winger Nico Williams, who has been linked with Barcelona, signs a new 10-year contract with Athletic Bilbao. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xgZqN0M

Sport agent Jonathan Barnett accused of rape in US lawsuit

Barnett denies allegations he kept the woman as a "sex slave" over a six year period. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eEFzI05

Why Sabalenka is the biggest risk-taker in tennis

BBC Sport's Naomi Broady discusses whether Aryna Sabalenka is the player on tour who takes the most risks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fvzijTC

'Everything she touches turns to gold' - best shots as Raducanu beats Vondrousova

Watch the best shots as Emma Raducanu continues to build momentum with a brilliant 6-3 6-3 win over 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova to set up a third-round meeting with top seed Aryna Sabalenka. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p9IR8ei

Fact-checking three key claims about Trump's mega-bill

Trump insists that the new bill will save the US billions, but it has been criticised by his old ally Elon Musk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hr6ASMK

Liverpool 'devastated' by death of forward Jota

Liverpool say they are "devastated" by the "unimaginable loss" of their Portuguese forward Diogo Jota, who has died in a car crash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hx4VKlP

Leverkusen sign Quansah from Liverpool for £35m

Bayer Leverkusen sign defender Jarell Quansah from Liverpool in a £35m deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zP7nR8I

Royal train to be cut in Palace cost-saving measure

The announcement has come alongside the annual publication of royal finances. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m0tX5hM

Parental leave and pay for new parents to be reviewed

Campaigners say the UK's system has been "overlooked for years", and investing in it is a "no-brainer". from BBC News https://ift.tt/xw9Qym5

Choose from all 18 courts on BBC iPlayer

The triumphs, upsets and fightbacks from the world’s greatest tennis tournament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a3Mmr5C